Seawind Hotel Job Posting Settlement, Check If You Qualify — Jessica Tipton v. Seawind Hotel Investment LLC, No. 25-2-11810-0 KNT

There’s up to $516,000 waiting for people who applied for a job at Quality Inn SeaTac in Washington — if the posting didn’t show a pay range. Seawind Hotel Investment LLC agreed to pay between $349,150 and $516,000 to settle claims it broke the state’s job posting law. You have until September 25, 2026 to file.

Seawind Hotel Job Posting Settlement — Key Facts

Field	Detail
Settlement Amount	$349,150 (minimum) to $516,000 (maximum)
Claim Deadline	September 25, 2026
Who Qualifies	Applied for a Washington job opening with Seawind Hotel Investment LLC (d/b/a Quality Inn SeaTac) between Jan. 1, 2023, and July 26, 2025
Estimated Payout	Equal share of the Class Fund per valid claim — UNVERIFIED, exact per-person amount (not published; check your personalized Claim Form)
Proof Required	No
Settlement Status	Preliminary approval granted June 12, 2026; not yet final
Court & Case Number	King County Superior Court, Washington, No. 25-2-11810-0 KNT
Law Alleged	RCW 49.58.110 (Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act)
Administrator	Simpluris, Inc.
Official Claim Site	shisettlement.com
Last Updated	July 31, 2026

Who Is Seawind Hotel Investment LLC and Why Are They Being Sued for Job Posting Violations?

Seawind Hotel Investment LLC operates the Quality Inn SeaTac. Like every Washington employer with 15 or more workers, it’s required to post the wage range and a description of benefits on every job listing. Jessica Tipton applied for a job there and claims those postings left that information out. The company denies it broke any law.

What Did Seawind Hotel Do Between January 2023 and July 2025?

Tipton’s lawsuit says Seawind’s job postings for Washington openings didn’t disclose the wage scale or salary range, and didn’t include a general description of the benefits or other compensation offered. That’s a direct requirement under RCW 49.58.110 — Washington’s pay transparency law, part of the state’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act. The idea behind the law is simple: applicants shouldn’t have to guess what a job pays before they apply.

Seawind hasn’t admitted to anything. Neither side wanted to gamble on a trial, so they reached a settlement instead — subject to a King County Superior Court judge signing off.

That number looks small next to some class actions you’ve read about. But for hourly hotel workers, a few hundred dollars for filling out a form isn’t nothing.

Who Qualifies for the Seawind Hotel Job Posting Settlement?

Here’s exactly how to know if this case includes you.

• Anyone who applied for a job opening in Washington with Seawind Hotel Investment LLC between January 1, 2023, and July 26, 2025
• People whose job posting arguably didn’t disclose the wage scale or salary range
• Applicants whose posting also skipped the required description of benefits or other compensation
• Those already identified in Seawind’s own hiring records — you don’t need to track down old job listings yourself

You do not qualify if you never applied for a Washington opening with this employer, or if your posting already met the disclosure requirements.

Seawind Hotel Applicants Outside Washington — Are You Still Covered?

No. This settlement only covers job postings for openings located in Washington state. If you applied to a Seawind property outside Washington, this case doesn’t include you.

If your name is in their records — and it probably is, since Simpluris pulled the class list from Seawind’s own applicant data — you don’t need to prove anything. Just file.

Not sure if you qualify for the Seawind Hotel job posting settlement? A free consultation with an employment discrimination attorney can help before the September 25, 2026 deadline.

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How Much Can Seawind Hotel Job Posting Settlement Class Members Get?

Every Settlement Class Member who submits a timely, valid Claim Form gets an equal share of the Class Fund — not a tiered payout, not something you have to earn with paperwork. Your specific estimate is printed on the personalized Claim Form Simpluris mailed you.

Before any checks go out, Class Counsel can ask the court for up to $154,800 in attorneys’ fees, $2,500 in costs, and a $10,000 service award for Tipton — up to $167,300 combined, pulled from the settlement fund first. That’s normal in a class settlement. But it’s worth knowing before you decide the payout is worth five minutes of your time.

Payments will be sent as checks after final court approval, and they’ll be treated as non-wage damages reported on a 1099. Checks expire 121 days after they’re issued, so cash yours promptly. Talk to a tax professional if you have questions about how the payment affects your taxes.

How to File Your Seawind Hotel Job Posting Settlement Claim — Step by Step

1. Go to shisettlement.com/form/claim
2. Log in using the LoginID and PIN printed on the Notice mailed to you
3. Confirm your name, mailing address, and payment preference
4. Review your pre-filled eligibility details — no separate proof of employment or wages is required
5. Submit before September 25, 2026, and save your confirmation
6. Watch your email and mail — the administrator will reach out if anything else is needed

Takes about 10 minutes. You can also mail a paper Claim Form, postmarked by September 25, 2026, to the Settlement Administrator at P.O. Box 26170, Santa Ana, CA 92799.

Should Seawind Hotel Class Members Opt Out or Object Before September 25, 2026?

What Opting Out of the Seawind Hotel Settlement Actually Means

If you exclude yourself, you get no payment — but you keep the right to sue Seawind separately over the same claims. Most people shouldn’t opt out without talking to a lawyer first. The exclusion deadline is September 25, 2026, and it must be mailed, not emailed or called in.

How to Object to the Seawind Hotel Settlement

If you stay in the class but disagree with part of the deal — the attorneys’ fees, for instance — you can file a written objection with King County Superior Court by September 25, 2026, and mail copies to both Class Counsel and Seawind’s attorneys by the same date. Your objection needs your name, address, the case number, and your specific reasons.

Talk to a class action lawsuit attorney before September 25, 2026 if you’re considering either option.

Seawind Hotel Job Posting Settlement — Key Dates, 2026

Milestone	Date
Preliminary Approval Granted	June 12, 2026
Claim Filing Deadline	September 25, 2026
Opt-Out Deadline	September 25, 2026
Objection Deadline	September 25, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	January 8, 2027, 9:00 a.m.
Expected Payment Date	UNVERIFIED — administrator has not published a distribution timeline pending final approval

Seawind Hotel Job Posting — Frequently Asked Questions, No. 25-2-11810-0 KNT

Do I need a lawyer to file a Seawind Hotel job posting settlement claim? 

No. Class Counsel, Ackermann & Tilajef, P.C., already represents the class at no cost to you. You only need your own attorney if you want someone besides Class Counsel speaking for you in court.

Is the Seawind Hotel settlement legitimate?

 Yes. It’s overseen by King County Superior Court and administered by Simpluris, Inc., a licensed settlement administrator. You’ll never be asked to pay money to file a claim.

When will Seawind Hotel settlement payments be sent?

 Checks go out after the January 8, 2027 Final Approval Hearing, assuming the judge approves the deal and no appeals delay it.

What if I missed the Seawind Hotel claim deadline?

 Claims postmarked after September 25, 2026 typically aren’t accepted. Contact the administrator at (833) 421-7293 to ask about your specific situation.

Will my Seawind Hotel settlement payment go on a 1099?

 Yes. The settlement website confirms payments are characterized as non-wage damages and reported on a 1099.

Do I have to prove I applied for the job to get paid? 

No. Seawind’s own hiring records already placed you in the Settlement Class — that’s why proof isn’t a requirement here, unlike many settlements.

What happens if I do nothing?

 You’ll still be bound by the settlement’s release of claims, but you won’t get paid. Filing is the only way to receive money.

Sources Used in This Seawind Hotel Job Posting Article

• Official Settlement Website (Home) — Jessica Tipton v. Seawind Hotel Investment LLC: https://shisettlement.com/
• Official Settlement Website (FAQ): https://shisettlement.com/faq/
• Official Settlement Website (Important Dates): https://shisettlement.com/dates/
• Official Claim Form: https://shisettlement.com/form/claim

Researched and written by Israr, legal content researcher and founder of AllAboutLawyer.com. All facts verified against the official settlement website operated by Simpluris, Inc. on July 31, 2026. Last Updated: July 31, 2026.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws vary by state and individual circumstances differ. For advice about your specific situation, consult a qualified attorney.